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Who is Dr. Sofia, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Joseph Sofia, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sofia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sofia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sofia’s office at (206) 526-2000.
What languages does Dr. Sofia speak?
Dr. Sofia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sofia typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sofia diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sofia. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
- Throat Swallowing Difficulty
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sofia typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sofia performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sofia. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Pudendal Nerve Block
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Pudendal Nerve Injection
- Pelvic Pain Injection
- Nerve Block for Pelvic Pain
- Anesthetic Pudendal Nerve
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64430: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; pudendal nerve
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
- Pain Pump for Sciatica
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Does Dr. Sofia accept my insurance?
Dr. Sofia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 526-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sofia accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Sofia in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sofia's office located?
What is Dr. Sofia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sofia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003343997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sofia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sofia
What is Dr. Joseph Sofia's specialty?
Dr. Sofia is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Joseph Sofia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sofia is affiliated with Overlake Hospital Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Joseph Sofia accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Sofia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Sofia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sofia's office at (206) 526-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Sofia?
Please contact Dr. Sofia's office at (206) 526-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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